The causes of obesity range from biological and medical, to cultural and emotional. Genetic factors, as well as certain medications and conditions can lead to weight gain. However, it's important to remember that overeating and a sedentary lifestyle are also major factors.

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Have you noticed the number on your scale creeping up as you’ve gotten older? It may be your pre­scription medication. Weight gain from prescription medication has become increasingly common as more Americans take prescription drugs for chronic illness.1
Drugs to treat mental health conditions and cardiovascular diseases, such as…